2007 Ferrari 612 vs. 1994 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 612 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1994 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1994 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, 2007 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ferrari 612 | 1994 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 612 | NSX |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |