1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1975 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 308 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208. 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, 1980 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 1975 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 308 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
