1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 16 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 208 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2659 mm |
