1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 33 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
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, 2013 Mini Coupe, 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mini |
| Model | 208 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2467 mm |
