1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1998 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 15 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308. 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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Ferrari | Venturi |
| Model | 308 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
