1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 24 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 430 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.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 114 L |
