1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | 2200 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 74 L |
