1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 308 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 BB would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
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 365 BB (410 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 365 BB | 308 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2927 cc |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
