1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1974 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 308 | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
| Model | 308 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2140 mm |
