2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 21 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 360 | 208 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1284 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |