1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1994 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 123 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 208 | 1994 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 208 | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |