1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 1 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 118 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Graduate | 208 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 74 L |
