1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1985 Dodge Daytona is newer by 2 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 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1985 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ferrari 308 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Daytona | 308 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
