1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 208 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 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 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (179 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 208 | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 208 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
