1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150.
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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 208. (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 208 | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3520 mm |
