2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1981 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 108 kg more than 1981 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1981 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Camaro | 208 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |