1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 38 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 208 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
