1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1971 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Dino weights approximately 125 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 308 | 1971 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 308 | Dino |
Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 60 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |