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Ferrari 308 GTB/GTS Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1975–1985) — First Generation

The first-generation Ferrari 308 GTB/GTS combines a mid-mounted engine with either a fixed-roof Coupe or a removable-roof Targa body. Both put the emphasis on driver involvement, with gear changes forming part of the experience.

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Ferrari 308 GTB/GTS Engines and Transmissions

The Ferrari 308 GTB/GTS engine range centres on gasoline V8 power, a manual transmission and rear-wheel drive. Selected examples include the Coupe’s 2.9 MT and the Targa’s 2.9 MT Quattrovalvole. The Quattrovalvole designation refers to four valves per cylinder, helping the engine breathe at higher revs, where that design becomes most useful.

Targa — Ferrari 308 GTB/GTS Engines and Transmissions

Targa Ferrari 308 GTB/GTS Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
2.9 MT QuattrovalvoleGasoline2927 cm³240 hp176 kW260 N⋅mManualRWD

Coupe — Ferrari 308 GTB/GTS Engines and Transmissions

Coupe Ferrari 308 GTB/GTS Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
2.9 MTGasoline2927 cm³255 hp187 kW294 N⋅mManualRWD

Ferrari 308 GTB/GTS Dimensions

Targa — Ferrari 308 GTB/GTS Dimensions

Targa Ferrari 308 GTB/GTS Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
2.9 MT Quattrovalvole4230 mm1720 mm1120 mm2340 mm1465 kg

Coupe — Ferrari 308 GTB/GTS Dimensions

Coupe Ferrari 308 GTB/GTS Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
2.9 MT4230 mm1720 mm1120 mm2340 mm1465 kg