1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1975 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 308 would be higher. Both 1982 Ferrari 308 and 1975 Ferrari 308 are equipped with a 2,927 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 308 | 1975 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 308 | 308 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 140 L |