1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 32 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1279 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 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 208 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2891 mm |
