1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 18 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 12 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, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1248 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 |
