1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 23 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 94 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Xedos |
| Model | 308 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
