1997 Honda NSX vs. 1970 Italdesign Tapiro
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Italdesign Tapiro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Italdesign Tapiro 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 73 more horse power than 1970 Italdesign Tapiro. (217 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 Italdesign Tapiro.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 1970 Italdesign Tapiro | |
| Make | Honda | Italdesign |
| Model | NSX | Tapiro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1120 mm |
