1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 308 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 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. 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 (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mahindra |
| Model | 308 | CL |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2040 mm |
