1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, 2001 Lexus SC is newer by 19 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 190 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, 2001 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2001 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 208 | SC |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
