1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 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 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Camaro | 308 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3391 cc | 2855 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |