1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 308 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 202 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 399 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 1972 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 308 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
