1985 Ferrari 208 vs. 1983 Ford GT
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 208 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1983 Ford GT. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 208 | 1983 Ford GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | GT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 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 | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
