1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 1967 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 208 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari 208 | 1967 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 208 | 2300 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |