1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 29 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1181 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 208 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
Model | 208 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2890 mm |