1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 17 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 160 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2003 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Honda City, 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 @ 4100 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2003 Honda City | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 208 | City |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
