1985 Ferrari 208 vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 14 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 915 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 208.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 208 | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 208 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
