2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Because 1979 Ferrari 308 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | GTV | 308 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
