1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 322 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |
