1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 33 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308.
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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 308 | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
Model | 308 | Evora |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2576 mm |