1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari Dino | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Dino | 208 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 242 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 | 1140 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
