1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 208 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
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, 1980 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 208 | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 208 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
