1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1995 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1995 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 10 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 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 208 | 1995 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Ferrari | Venturi |
Model | 208 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |