1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F399 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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 F399 (373 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ferrari F399 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F399 | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F399 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 74 L |
