1985 Ferrari 208 vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari 208 | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 208 | F40 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 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 | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 120 L |