1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Aero is newer by 23 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 832 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 213 kg more than 2006 SSC Aero.
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, 2006 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1102 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 2006 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Ferrari | SSC |
| Model | 308 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1090 mm |
