1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (188 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 174 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 Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208. 2003 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
