2000 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Ford GT
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX. 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 2008 Ford GT | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | GT |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 105.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |