1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 1975 Innocenti Mini
To start off, both 1975 Ferrari 308 and 1975 Innocenti Mini were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1975 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ferrari 308 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 1975 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Ferrari | Innocenti |
| Model | 308 | Mini |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 38 L |
