1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 1989 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1989 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 309 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 208.
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, 1989 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 208 | 1989 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2880 mm |
