1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1977 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1977 Zastava 1500. 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 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1977 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Zastava |
| Model | 308 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
