1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 1972 TVR Taimar
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 308 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR Taimar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR Taimar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 TVR Taimar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 TVR Taimar. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR Taimar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 339 kg more than 1972 TVR Taimar. 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, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR Taimar. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR Taimar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 308 | 1972 TVR Taimar | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 308 | Taimar |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
