1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 21 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 260 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Because 1980 Ferrari 208 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208. 2001 Mercury Sable 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. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 208 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
