1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2007 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 208 | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 208 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 290 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 | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
