1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 24 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti FX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti FX.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208. 2010 Infiniti FX 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. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 208 | FX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
