1985 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2007 TVR Sagaris is newer by 22 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Sagaris (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 TVR Sagaris.
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, 2007 TVR Sagaris (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 208 | 2007 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 208 | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
