1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning is newer by 24 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) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (236 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. 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, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning (305 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
| Model | 308 | VX Lightning |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
