1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 556 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 208 | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 208 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1982 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 88 L |