1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 430 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Because 1973 Ferrari 308 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 308 | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 308 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
