1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1968 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 175 kg more than 1980 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, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1968 Lamborghini Espada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 208 | Espada |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
