1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 16 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 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 208. (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 208. 2003 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 208 | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 208 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
