1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (153 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 208 | 88 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2240 mm |
