1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 23 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 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 121 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ferrari 308 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 308 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
