1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 22 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 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 288 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 208.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 208 | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2288 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 | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 62 L |
