1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 208 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
