1954 Abarth Renault vs. 1974 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1974 Ferrari 308 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1954 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1954 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1954 Abarth Renault. 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:
| 1954 Abarth Renault | 1974 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | Renault | 308 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
