1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 1980 Ferrari Pinin
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 308 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Pinin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Pinin would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Pinin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 308. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Pinin should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Pinin weights approximately 550 kg more than 1981 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, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (459 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Pinin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 1980 Ferrari Pinin | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 308 | Pinin |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 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 | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
