1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 32 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ferrari 308 | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 308 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5408 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 | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 105.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |