1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208.
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 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Ferrari | SsangYong |
| Model | 208 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2970 mm |
