2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 30 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1979 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 599 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 74 L |
