1985 Ferrari 208 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 24 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 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 208. 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 208 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 208 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 95 L |
