1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 208 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 789 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda Z, 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, 1981 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 208 | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 208 | Z |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
