1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 22 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, 1983 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 208 | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 208 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| 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 | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
