1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Allante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 225 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante, 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, 1986 Cadillac Allante (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308. 1986 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Cadillac Allante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Cadillac Allante | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Allante | 308 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |