1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 25 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1450 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, 2007 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 760 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208. 2007 Maybach 57 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. 2007 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maybach |
| Model | 208 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 110 L |
