1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 28 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 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 11 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Because 1977 Ferrari 308 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 308 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
