1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 2003 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2003 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 14 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 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 589 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 662 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 208. (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 208 | 2003 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotec |
| Model | 208 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1150 mm |
