1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 208 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 85 L |
