1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 1963 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 308 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 308.
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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 308 | 1963 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 308 | 2300 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |