1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 208 | 109 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2285 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 |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
