1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 1983 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1983 TVR Tasmin is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 TVR Tasmin. (196 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1983 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1983 TVR Tasmin. 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, 1983 TVR Tasmin (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 308 | 1983 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 308 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
