1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus is newer by 40 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 841 kg more than 1973 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, 2013 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 308. 2013 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 308 | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 308 | Equus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5158 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1889 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |
