1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 1954 Ferrari 340 Spider
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 308 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 340 Spider (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 340 Spider.
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.
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1979 Ferrari 308 | 1954 Ferrari 340 Spider | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 308 | 340 Spider |
Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4101 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 850 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |