1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 25 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 845 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 308 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 308 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |