2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1989 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 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, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1989 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | Beaulieu | 208 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 120 L |
