1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 208 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
