1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2003 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 23 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot.
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, 2003 Honda Pilot, 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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208. 2003 Honda Pilot 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. 2003 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2003 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 208 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
