1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 16 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 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 45 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 208 | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 208 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
