1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (205 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 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, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | 308 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 70 L |
