1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (201 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 208.
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, 1998 Honda Accord, 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 @ 4100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 208 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 208 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 60 L |
