1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 21 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 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 723 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 308 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
