1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, 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, 1974 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 308 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
