2006 Acura TL vs. 1985 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 290 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Ferrari 208 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 1985 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | TL | 208 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |
