1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 135 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308. 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 308 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
