1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 308 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 308 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
