1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 219 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.
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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 308 | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |
