2005 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1975 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 30 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 5,997 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 310 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari Maranello | 1975 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Maranello | 308 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
