1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 1977 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 208 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 400 (336 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1983 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, 1977 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 208 | 1977 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 208 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
