1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308.
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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 308 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 59 L |
