1976 Ferrari 306 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 1976 Ferrari 306 and 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,855 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 306 (241 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 306 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 306 weights approximately 1039 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Ferrari 306 (265 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (101 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 306 | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 306 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 845 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
