1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2008 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2008 MG ZT-T 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT-T weights approximately 583 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 MG ZT-T (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2008 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 208 | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
