1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 25 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 650 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 208. (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 208. 2012 Nissan Xterra 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. 2012 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 208 | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 208 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
