1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am.
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, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 208 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
