1981 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1981 Ferrari 208
To start off, both 1981 Chevrolet Impala and 1981 Ferrari 208 were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 305 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 208.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Impala | 1981 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Impala | 208 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 153 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2350 mm |
