1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 28 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 45 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 208.
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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari 208 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 208 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 79 L |