1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 14 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 369 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 208 | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
