1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 2008 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 27 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 94 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B2300. (144 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B2300.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 2008 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 308 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |
