1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1969 Ford 17
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1969 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 208 | 1969 Ford 17 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 208 | 17 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 87 L |