1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 12 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 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 308 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 308 | 512 M |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 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 | 1506 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |