1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 208 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 208 | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 208 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 65 L |
