1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 is newer by 26 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 807. (152 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 208.
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, 2007 Peugeot 807, 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, 2007 Peugeot 807 (213 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 208 | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 208 | 807 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
