2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1984 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1984 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 612 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 74 L |
