1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 1980 Ferrari 308 and 1980 Mitsubishi Galant were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 151 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 308 | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
Model | 308 | Galant |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |