2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (220 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
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 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
2000 De Tomaso Guara | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Guara | 208 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |