1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 25 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1479 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208. 2011 Ford E-150 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. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 208 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 208 | E-150 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 125 L |