1994 Acura Integra vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1994 Acura Integra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1994 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1994 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1994 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Acura Integra, 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura Integra. 1994 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Acura Integra | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | Integra | 308 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |