1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 34 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 332 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 308 | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 308 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1697 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2852 mm |