1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2003 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2003 Ford Falcon is newer by 21 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Falcon weights approximately 230 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, 2003 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 208 | 2003 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 208 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 59 L |