1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2000 Honda Legend
To start off, 2000 Honda Legend is newer by 18 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 395 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308.
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, 2000 Honda Legend, 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, 2000 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308. 2000 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2000 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 308 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
