1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 19 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
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, 2002 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 208 | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 208 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
