1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 308 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. 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, 1973 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 308 | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 308 | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
