1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 30 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |
