1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 29 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ferrari 308 | 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Ferrari | Koenigsegg |
Model | 308 | CC8S |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2659 mm |