1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2006 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2006 Opel Speedster 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Opel Speedster.
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 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2006 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 208 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
