1966 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1983 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 208 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 1983 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini GT | 1983 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ferrari |
| Model | GT | 208 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
