1985 Ferrari 208 vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 25 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 739 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 208.
Because 1985 Ferrari 208 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 208 | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 208 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
