1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 10 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 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (721 Nm) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F40 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 74 L |
