1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1975 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ weights approximately 115 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1975 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | RZ | 308 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1130 mm |
