1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 385 kg more than 1980 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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 355 Spider | 208 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |