1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 2006 Ford Territory
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory is newer by 23 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 3,984 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
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, 2006 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208. 2006 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 208 | 2006 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Territory |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
