1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 442 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Biscayne | 308 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2560 mm |
