1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1968 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 2300 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 105 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 30 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 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 2300. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 308 | 1968 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 308 | 2300 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |