1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 1971 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 208 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 208 (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 40 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208.
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, 1971 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1971 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 208 | 1971 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
| Model | 208 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
