1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 34 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 435 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Acura |
| Model | 308 | TL |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2775 mm |
