1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 14 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 207 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life. 2000 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 208 | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 208 | Life |
Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |