1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 1975 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1990 Dodge Stealth is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 580 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Stealth | 1975 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Stealth | 208 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
