2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 335 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Brera | NSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
