1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1995 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 85 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 208 | 1995 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 208 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |