1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1998 Vector M12
To start off, 1998 Vector M12 is newer by 18 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Vector M12 weights approximately 325 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, 1998 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1998 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vector |
| Model | 208 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
