1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 12 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL.
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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 208 | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mahindra |
| Model | 208 | CL |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2040 mm |
