1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1973 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1973 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1973 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 208 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
