1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2006 Renault Logan
To start off, 2006 Renault Logan is newer by 28 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 188 more horse power than 2006 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Renault Logan. 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, 2006 Renault Logan, 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2006 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 308 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
