1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1998 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio is newer by 12 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. Both 1986 Ferrari 208 and 1998 Ford Scorpio are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 98 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 208 | 1998 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 208 | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |