1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 635 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Brougham | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Brougham | 208 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2350 mm |
