1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1989 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 348 is newer by 7 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. 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, 1989 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1989 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 208 | 348 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 96 L |
