1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 2001 Tata E
To start off, 2001 Tata E is newer by 27 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 99 more horse power than 2001 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata E weights approximately 5 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata E. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 308 | 2001 Tata E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tata |
| Model | 308 | E |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
