1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 29 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 208. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 208 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 208 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
