1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 24 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 332 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, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Ferrari | SsangYong |
| Model | 208 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |
