1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 308 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona 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 150 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 308 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
