1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1976 Rover 2000
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1976 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1976 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1976 Rover 2000. 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, 1976 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1976 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 308 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
