1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America. 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, 1958 Talbot Lago America (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Ferrari | Talbot |
| Model | 208 | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
