2004 Acura NSX vs. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Acura 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX. 2004 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | NSX | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
