1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1962 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 756 kg more than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (35 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 308 | 1962 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
Model | 308 | 500 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2070 mm |