2000 Acura NSX vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (230 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX.
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 (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | NSX | 308 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2925 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |