1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 1989 Maserati 430
To start off, 1989 Maserati 430 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 430. (247 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430. 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, 1989 Maserati 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 1989 Maserati 430 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 308 | 430 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
