1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 1993 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1993 Venturi Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1993 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1993 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 25 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Venturi Coupe. (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 208 | 1993 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Venturi |
| Model | 208 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
