How Does A Modern Ferrari Compare To A Classic? Ferrari F430 and Ferrari 308

How does a modern Ferrari F430 compare to my classic Ferrari 308? Which should you buy? How differently do they drive? How expensive are they to run? The F430 was a seminal car for Ferrari coming for the first time with a brand new V8 engine! but will the more modern car give me the raw emotions of the older classic car?

[timbullough]

The 308 is art. Maybe an apex of all time for Ferrar. Others may be better mechanically but will never be such rolling art.

[trappertrapper]

Looking at the two side by side only highlights just how gorgeous the 308 is.

[JustARandomFio]

With the F430 you'll have a greater chance of arriving at your destination, it will also be comfier, faster, and quicker, and most certainly cause less headache and money drain, but, nah, I personally would go with my heart and pick the 308 any day. Especially after having spent a lot of time and cash to make it shine again. It's a heart thing - the 308 looks iconic and just fabulous, whereas the F430 is a bit of a meh in my eyes, one of my least favorite ones in terms of style. Edit after finishing the video: I'm pleased, we think the same :)

[cologne]

I'm going to sound old here but I much prefer the 308 to the 430. I just like the older styling and the cool factor - which the 308 has in bucket loads. I'm sure the 430 is an excellent car but I've never warmed to it. How about upgrading to a 328?

[caeserromero]

For me it's about the looks, the feels, the nostalgia, rather than pure speed or modern comforts. Magnum didn't complain about lack of air conditioning or bluetooth radio, satnav or rear parking sensors 😂

[raccoon]

*308 & 355 series are works of art*

[mohammadzein]

The 430 is undoubtedly a great Ferrari ! But it's, not iconic like the 308! When you look at the 308 even when it's stationary, it envokes emotions! It's like moving, and flowing art! Because it is.
I feel finding a, replacement for the Influenzo will be very hard Jack Sir.
Thank you for the great content as always✌👍

[ruperthorne]

A high mileage 430 should be ideal. It will generate loads of content. You will need a two post car lift and a hydraulic engine hoist though.

[joelthomson]

Keep the 308, these mid-modern cars will all fall into obscurity thanks to EVs, and fair enough too.
That 308 is beautiful and truly mechanical. Think of a near future when you're driving your everyday Muskmobile or equivalent; what car would you like in the garage as an antidote? And remember, speed is now academic; that 430 is dust beneath the dull chariot wheels of a model 3. Choose character.
My ten cents. Love your work mate!

[markdoyle]

I agree the 430 looks good but it's not a patch on the 308. I wouldn't even have a go in one without the manual gearbox, such an enormous part of the pleasure of driving cars for me. Automatics are just an appliance to me, i don't care what manufacturer they are from.

[TheMrFishnDucks]

Love the interior of the F430 that brown/cognac colour is beautiful. Looking forward to the the replacement of the Influenzo series. Nice video. Keep up the good work.

[joshuaanothereraseddad]

Pretty nifty tidbit about Mr. Clapton having been an owner. I'm quite sure the 430 is a phenom vehicle, but the older I've gotten the more I enjoy the proper "analog" days. My two pennies worth: 308 for the win.

[justinpaterson]

Hey Jack, love either Ferrari's, but the classic is what it's all about. Also, that Red 930 Turbo that came the other way, was Harry! Last three letters on the plate, COY, a match.

[glendonhorne]

348!!! Such a good looking car, and surely with the rawness you’re after. 👌🏼

[rienkhoek]

For looks, i would go with a front engine Ferrari like the 550/575, but then again, i am not in the Ferrari market. I just love the looks.

[cddlima]

Hi Jack, it's been a pleasure to see the evolution and growth of the channel. That being said, i would love to see you starting a new journey with my favorite Ferrari of them all...the F355. 😊

[cerbie]

My thinking, now I'm older, is that the car to own/drive is the one you enjoy and have an emotional connection and not just a car which is considered better by statistic review.

[marcelhandsome]

Very hard to replace the 308 in styling looks, however, if it was my choice I'd replace it with a 550 Maranello beautifully sculpted long bonnet line like the 308 one of the most beautiful modern 1990's Ferraris if the budget can stretch. My 1st choice would have been the Testarossa but has quadrupled in value in recent years!

[captaineugene]

I still prefer the simplicity and beauty of the 308. Was that Harry Metcalve’s red Porsche 930 Turbo S passing by on 10:36 ?

[darrenbilsborough]

I agree with your assessments on the engine and gearbox Jack. I have had a 348 (still have it) and a 360 (manual), 456 (manual) and have just purchased a Mondial T. My next purchase will be a manual 430, so my advice is just save up your money for the manual.