1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 1987 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, both 1987 Ferrari 208 and 1987 Nissan Pulsar were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP) has 194 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Pulsar. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Pulsar.
Because 1987 Ferrari 208 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Pulsar. (102 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 208 | 1987 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 208 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
