1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 31 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1491 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3200 mm |
