1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 1977 Ford 2000
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 208 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (99 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 27 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 208 | 1977 Ford 2000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 65 L |
