1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1996 Toyota Previa is newer by 13 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Previa weights approximately 310 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Because 1983 Ferrari 208 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 208 | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 208 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
