1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1971 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Falcon weights approximately 228 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1971 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
