1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 308 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 308 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |