1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 1965 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 308 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1965 Fiat 2300. 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, 1977 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ferrari 308 | 1965 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 308 | 2300 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |