1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster 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 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 173 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2002 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Smart |
| Model | 208 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
