1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 651 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 208 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
