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Ferrari GT4

Ferrari 208/308 GT4 2+2 Manufacturer Ferrari Production 1973–1980 Predecessor Dino 246 Successor Mondial 8 Class Sports car Body style 2+2 coupe Layout RMR layout Engine 3.0 L V8 (308 GT4) 2.0 L V8 (208 GT4) Related 208/308 GTB & GTS Designer Marcello Gandini at Bertone

The Ferrari 308 GT4 and 208 GT4 were mid-engined V8-powered 2+2 cars built byFerrari. The 308 GT4 was introduced in 1973, supplemented by the 208 GT4 in 1975, and replaced by the Mondial 8 in 1980 after a production run of 2,826 vehicles. It was sold with "Dino" badging (continuing the Dino brand to differentiate non-V12s) until May 1976, when all badging was replaced with "Ferrari" badging.

308 GT4

The 308 GT4 2+2 was a groundbreaking model for Ferrari in several ways: It was the first production Ferrari to feature the mid-engined V8 layout that would become the bulk of the company's business in the succeeding decades, and was the first production Ferrari to feature Bertone (rather than Pininfarina) bodywork. Pininfarina was upset by the decision to give cross-town rival Bertone the design, considering all they had done for Ferrari.

308 GT4 in London

The Dino 308 GT4 was introduced at the Paris Motor Show in November 1973 and featured angular lines entirely different from its curvaceous 2-seater brother, the Dino 246, and later brother, the GTB & GTS. The styling was controversial at the time, with some journalists comparing it to the Bertone-designed Lancia Stratos and Lamborghini Urraco. The 308 GT4 finally gained the "Prancing Horse" badge in May 1976, which replaced the Dino badges on the hood, wheels, and the steering wheel.

The chassis was based on the Dino 246 but was stretched for a 2,550 mm (100.4 in) wheelbase to make room for the second row of seats. The suspension was fully independent and the V8 was mounted transversely.

The 3.0 L (2927 cc) V8 was integrally joined with the gearbox and produced 250 hp (186 kW) in the European version and 230 hp (172 kW) in the American; it had an alloy block and heads with dual overhead camshafts. The induction system had 4 Weber 40 DCNF carburetors.

The 308 GT4 had a total length of 170.1 inches, and a wheelbase of 100.4 inches and weighed 3035 pounds; height was 46.5 inches and width was 70.9 inches.

2,826 308 GT4 coupes were produced between 1973 and 1980. There were 2 series of GT4. The earlier cars featured a twin distributor engine and foglamps mounted in the front valance. Later cars had a single distributor engine, with foglamps mounted behind the front grille.

208 GT4

Ferrari/Dino 208 GT4

Introduced at the Geneva Motor Show in 1975, the 208 GT4 2+2 was a low-displacement version of the V8 produced for the Italian market where there was a tax break on cars under 2 litres. The engine was de-bored to (66.8x71 mm) 2.0 L (1991 cc) V8, resulting in the smallest production V8 in history for a road car.

Power output was 180 hp (126 kW) at 7,700 rpm for a top speed of 137 mph (220 km/h). Smaller Weber 34 DCNF carburetors, a lower final drive ratio and skinnier tires completed the technical changes for the 208. Chrome (rather than black) accents outside and the lack of fog lights were external visual indicators of the smaller-engined GT4. Inside the 208 GT4 featured a black rather than silver dash facing.

The 208 GTB replaced the 208 GT4 in 1980.

Specifications

Engine Type: rear, transverse, 90° V8

Bore/stroke: 81 x 71 mm

Unitary displacement: 365.86 cc

Total displacement: 2926.90 cc

Compression ratio: 8.8 : 1

Maximum power: 188 kW (255 hp) at 7700 rpm

Power per litre: 87 hp/l

Maximum torque-

Valve actuation: twin overhead camshafts per bank, two valves per cylinder

Fuel feed: four Weber 40 DCNF carburetors

Ignition: single spark plug per cylinder, two coils

Lubrication:wet sump

Clutch:single-plate

Chassis: Frame tubular steel

Front suspension: independent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs over telescopic shock absorbers, anti-roll bar

Rear suspension: independent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs over telescopic shock absorbers, anti-roll bar

Brakes: discs

Transmission: 5-speed + reverse

Steering: rack-and-pinion

Fuel tank: capacity 80 litres

Front tyres: 205/70 VR 14

Rear tyres: 205/70 VR 14

Bodywork Type: 2+2 coupé

Performance

Top speed: 250 km/h

Dimensions and Weights

   European        North American

Overall Length 4300 mm / 169.3 in 4495 mm / 177.0 in

Overall Width 1710 mm / 67.3 in 1710 mm / 67.3 in

Overall Height 1210 mm / 47.6 in 1210 mm / 47.6 in

Wheelbase 2550 mm / 100.4 in 2550 mm / 100.4 in

Front Track 1460 mm / 57.5 in 1460 mm / 57.5 in

Rear Track 1460 mm / 57.5 in 1460 mm / 57.5 in

Dry Weight 308 1360 kg / 2998 lb 1450 kg / 3197 lb

Dry Weight 208 1305 kg / 2876 lb

Optional Equipment

Series 1 Series 2

Electric windows •

Metallic paint • •

Heated rear window •

Leather interior • •

Tinted glass •

Wide wheels • •

Air conditioning • •

Sunroof • •

Boxer paint finish • •

Paint Colours

Solid colours Code

Rosso Chiaro 20.3.90

Rosso Dino 20.3.350

Blu Scurro Dino 20.A.357

Azzurro Dino 20.A.349

Verde Germoglio 20.G.465

Giallo Senappe 20.Y.464

Nuovo Giallo Fly 20.Y.490

Giallo dino 20.Y.348

Bianco Polo Park 20.W.152

Nero N/A

Bleu Montecarlo N/A

 : Mettalic Colours Code

Verde Pino N/A

Verde Medio N/A

Blu Dino N/A

Blu Sera N/A

Azzurro Metalizzato N/A

Marrone Dino N/A

Grigio Ferro N/A

Oro Chiaro N/A

Argento Auteil N/A

Rosso Rubino N/A

Note

Optional 'Boxer' colour scheme had matt black lower body (code 20.8.50 plus 20.T.380 matt laquer).

Upholstery Colours

Cloth / vynil Code

Red -

Beige -

Tan -

Black -

Navy Blue -

Leather Code

Grigio VM3393

Nero VM8500

Beige VM4208

Crema VM3997

Rosso VM3171

Blu VM3282

Carpets Code

Nero 80

Rosso 81

Testa di Moro 83

Blu 84

Bruciato 85

Tool Kit

Bag 1

Carburettor Spanner

Range of 8 open-end spanners, 6-22 mm

Pliers, 180mm long

Flat-blade screwdriver, 120 mm long

Flat-blade screwdriver, 150 mm long

Philips scredriver, 4 mm dia.

Philips scredriver, 5-9 mm dia.

Spark plug spanner

Short extension for exhaust gas

-analyser for rear manifold for cylinders 1,2,3 (North American / Australia only)

Bag 2

Scissor-type jack with ratchet drive

Wheel nut spanner

Alternator belt

Air conditioning compressor belt (where installed)

Air pump control belts(North American / Australia only)

Emergency hazard warning triangle (European only)

Set of fuses

Set of bulbs

Spark plugs (2)