1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1991 Honda NSX
To start off, 1991 Honda NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda NSX (281 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda NSX weights approximately 85 kg more than 1986 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, 1991 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1991 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 208 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1370 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 |
