1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 24 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 157 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2005 Smart Roadster. 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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Smart |
| Model | 308 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 35 L |
