1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 29 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 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 315 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, 2004 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, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 2004 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 308 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
