2005 Acura NSX vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (220 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 218 kg more than 1982 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, 2005 Acura NSX (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | NSX | 208 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
