1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (230 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 512 BB | 308 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2925 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
