1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1986 Acura Integra
To start off, both 1986 Ferrari 208 and 1986 Acura Integra were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 129 more horse power than 1986 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1986 Acura Integra.
Because 1986 Ferrari 208 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Acura Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1986 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Acura |
| Model | 208 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
