1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT
To start off, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is newer by 23 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 623 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, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | FPV BF GT |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
