1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 1995 Tata E
To start off, 1995 Tata E is newer by 6 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1995 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1995 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Tata E weights approximately 140 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 208 | 1995 Tata E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tata |
| Model | 208 | E |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
