1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 22 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 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 355 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 208 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
