1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1976 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 308 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. Both 1980 Ferrari 308 and 1976 Ferrari 308 are equipped with a 2,927 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1980 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, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 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 | 1976 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 308 | 308 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
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 | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |