1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1958 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 60 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 208 | 1958 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 208 | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |