1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2005 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2005 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 69 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, 1980 Ferrari 208 (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2005 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 208 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1374 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
