2000 Acura NSX vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 270 kg more than 1980 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, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | NSX | 208 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
