1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 11 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 366 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 208 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
