1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 1956 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 208 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1956 Ford Vedette. 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, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari 208 | 1956 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 208 | Vedette |
Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |