2002 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1976 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 789 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308. 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, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308. 2002 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet SSR | 1976 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | SSR | 308 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
