2003 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Maranello | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Maranello | NSX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
