1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 1971 GAZ 24
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 208 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,111 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 185 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. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 GAZ 24. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 208 | 1971 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | 208 | 24 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2111 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
