1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1987 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1987 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (193 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (241 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1987 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 116 L |
