1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 18 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 308 | Euro 1 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1160 mm |
