1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 34 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 235 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ferrari 308 | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 308 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 292 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 | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |