1985 Ferrari 208 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 20 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 770 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 208.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 208. 2005 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 208 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 208 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
