1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (151 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 222 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Because 1986 Ferrari 208 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 208 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
