2001 Acura NSX vs. 1987 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari 208.
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, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 208. (328 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 208. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1987 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | NSX | 208 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
