1985 Ferrari 208 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 26 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 208.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR3 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, 2011 Land Rover LR3 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, 2011 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 208. 2011 Land Rover LR3 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. 2011 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 208 | 2011 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 208 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
