1976 Ferrari 306 vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 306 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 306. (241 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 306 weights approximately 399 kg more than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia.
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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 306. (265 Nm). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 306 | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 306 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1485 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 86 L |
