1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 25 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 502 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 208 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2659 mm |
