1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 31 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1190 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 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 208. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 208 | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Bentley |
| Model | 208 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2746 mm |
