1997 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 293 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura NSX. 2008 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1997 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3510 mm |
