1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1995 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 66 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 1995 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 308 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 82 L |
