1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 32 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 593 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 208 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 208 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
