1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 245 kg more than 1984 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 208 | 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 208 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
