1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 44 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 208 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
