1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 1986 Ford Capri is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 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 104 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri. 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) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (95 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1986 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1182 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
