1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1969 Lamborghini Islero
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Islero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Islero would be higher. At 3,928 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Islero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Islero should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lamborghini Islero weights approximately 155 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, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Islero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1969 Lamborghini Islero | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 208 | Islero |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 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 | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
