1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 4 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308. 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 308 | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 308 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2855 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |