1948 Austin A 70 vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1948 Austin A 70. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 70 | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 70 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
