1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 30 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 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2010 Maserati GranTurismo.
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, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 208 | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2299 mm |
