2001 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1987 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 415 kg more than 1987 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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 208. (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari Maranello | 1987 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Maranello | 208 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 120 L |
