1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. 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 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 208 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
