1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 207 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 208 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
