1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP 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 191 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 308 | SP |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
