1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1973 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 308 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. Both 1980 Ferrari 308 and 1973 Ferrari 308 are equipped with a 2,927 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 308.
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, 1973 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 1973 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 308 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
