1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 242 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208. 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ferrari 208 | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 208 | 360 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |