2008 Honda NSX vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 604. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2008 Honda 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, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 604. (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | NSX | 604 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |