1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 1977 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1982 Citroen Mehari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 722 kg more than 1982 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Mehari, 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, 1977 Ferrari 308 (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Mehari | 1977 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Mehari | 308 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |