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 119 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 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. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 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 | 2277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |