1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS is newer by 15 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Lincoln LS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 555 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | 208 | LS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
