1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1093 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 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208. 2012 Dodge Durango 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. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
| Model | 208 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 93 L |
