1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 34 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 590 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, 2009 Honda Pilot, 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308. 2009 Honda Pilot 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. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ferrari 308 | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 308 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |