1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 158 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. 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, 1998 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 208 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 208 | NSX |
Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 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 Weight | 1232 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |