1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 282 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Honda Accord, 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 308 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |
