1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1975 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308.
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, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 208 | 1975 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 208 | 308 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 140 L |