1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 28 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 519 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 208 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
