1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 1985 Ferrari 400

To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 308. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 308.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Ferrari 308 1985 Ferrari 400
Make Ferrari Ferrari
Model 308 400
Year Released 1981 1985
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2926 cc 4823 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 238 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 392 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 78 mm
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 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 118 L


 

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