1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,951 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. (235 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 155 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 308 | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 140 L |
