1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 294 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308. 1974 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 308 | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Ferrari | Avanti |
Model | 308 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 6569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |