1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1970 GAZ Volga
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ Volga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ Volga would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1970 GAZ Volga. 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 308 | 1970 GAZ Volga | |
Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
Model | 308 | Volga |
Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |