1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 295 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, 1973 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208. 1973 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1973 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 208 | P5B |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2820 mm |
