1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 10 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 2,133 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 268 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | 208 | 3110 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
