1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 20 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 208. (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari 208 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 208 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 115 L |