1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 2009 Ascari A10
To start off, 2009 Ascari A10 is newer by 29 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Ascari A10.
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, 2009 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 308 | 2009 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ascari |
Model | 308 | A10 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2636 mm |