1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (328 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 835 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, 2010 Infiniti G37 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208. 2010 Infiniti G37 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 G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 208 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |
