1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 2008 SSC Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Aero is newer by 35 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 807 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SSC Aero weights approximately 28 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 308. 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, 2008 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1074 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari 308 | 2008 SSC Aero | |
Make | Ferrari | SSC |
Model | 308 | Aero |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1090 mm |