1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 27 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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, 2009 Lotus Elise (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 208 | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 208 | Elise |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 40 L |