2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1981 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 680 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 308.
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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 308. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1981 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Sprinter | 308 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |
