1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1984 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 125 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 Ferrari F355 (373 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1984 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F355 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1285 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 |
