1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 20 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 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 65 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta, 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, 1998 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 308 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
