1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1989 TVR 400 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1989 TVR 400.
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 TVR 400 (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1989 TVR 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1989 TVR 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 208 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
