1985 Ferrari 208 vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 208 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1980 Toyota Cressida. 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, 1985 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 208 | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 208 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
