1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 26 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 208 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 104 L |
