1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva 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 168 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1974 Lada Riva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | 308 | Riva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
