1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1971 Rover P6
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P6 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Rover P6. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover P6 weights approximately 20 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, 1971 Rover P6 (274 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 1971 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 308 | P6 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
