1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (155 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Camaro | 208 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
