1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 18 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, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 85 kg more than 1978 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, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Rally Raid | 308 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
