1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 1991 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1991 Ford Taurus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Taurus, 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, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 1991 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
