1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 2008 Ascari A10
To start off, 2008 Ascari A10 is newer by 21 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ascari A10 weights approximately 50 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, 2008 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 208. (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari 208 | 2008 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ascari |
Model | 208 | A10 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2636 mm |