1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, both 1989 Ferrari 208 and 1989 Ford Corsair were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ferrari 208 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari 208 | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 208 | Corsair |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |