1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 40 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308. 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 GT | 308 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 74 L |
