1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (246 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Spider | 308 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
