1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 2005 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 18 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 351 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 208. (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 208. 2005 Ford Falcon 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. 2005 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 208 | 2005 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1581 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
