1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 11 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, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (205 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 22 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Rally Raid | 308 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2350 mm |
