1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2003 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2003 Ginetta G34 is newer by 25 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 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2003 Ginetta G34. 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, 2003 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2003 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ginetta |
| Model | 308 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1050 mm |
