1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1989 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1989 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 445 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, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1989 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208. 1989 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1989 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 208 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2890 mm |
