2008 Honda NSX vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR 420 would be higher. At 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 276 kg more than 1987 TVR 420.
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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 1987 TVR 420 | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | NSX | 420 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4225 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |