1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 1990 Ginetta G33
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G33 is newer by 7 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G33 (198 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G33 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33.
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, 1990 Ginetta G33 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Ginetta G33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 208 | 1990 Ginetta G33 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ginetta |
| Model | 208 | G33 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2230 mm |
