1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 474 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208. 2010 Toyota Venza 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. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 208 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 67 L |
