1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 18 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1238 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 132 L |
