1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 18 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 113 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 100 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, 1993 Honda Accord, 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 1993 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 308 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
