1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 1981 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1981 Reliant SE6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1981 Reliant SE6. 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, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 1981 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
| Model | 308 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
