1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 50 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
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, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dart | 208 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
