1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 27 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 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 186 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, 2009 Honda Civic, 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 308 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
