1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 21 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 208 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 83 L |
