2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1997 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari Rossa | 1997 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | Rossa | NSX |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 70 L |