1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 23 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
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 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Smart |
| Model | 308 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 190 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 Length | 4240 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 35 L |
