1976 Ferrari 308 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 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 42 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (205 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 308 | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 308 | 308 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2855 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |