1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 15 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (200 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 158 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Because 1982 Ferrari 208 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1997 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
