1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord 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 160 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ferrari 308 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 308 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
