1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 26 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 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 145 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 208 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
