1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 705 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 208 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
