1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 20 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 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1603 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208. 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 672 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maybach |
| Model | 208 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 110 L |
