1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 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 172 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 308 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
