1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1978 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 133 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1978 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
| Model | 208 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 27 L |
