1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 2008 Ford GT
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 25 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 215 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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 208 | 2008 Ford GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | GT |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
