1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 24 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208. 2007 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2007 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 208 | 2007 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 208 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |