1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 31 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 333 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Because 1980 Ferrari 208 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 208 | i40 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
