1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter 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 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 208 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 82 L |
