1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1974 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Camaro | 308 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4995 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |