1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 11 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 165 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, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 308 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |