1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 26 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308.
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, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 308 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
