1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1964 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1964 Fiat Berline. 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1964 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 308 | Berline |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
