1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1974 Tatra T613
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 308 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T613 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1980 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, 1974 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 1974 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tatra |
| Model | 308 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2990 mm |
