1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1983 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
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 F40 (721 Nm) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1983 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F40 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1305 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
