1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 208 | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 208 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2990 mm |
