1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2008 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Town Car 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1070 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, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208. 2008 Lincoln Town Car 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 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2008 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | 208 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
