1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1984 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 265 kg more than 1984 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1984 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Camaro | 208 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
