1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 26 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), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208. 2009 Ford E-350 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. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 208 | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 208 | E-350 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3510 mm |