1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 308 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Life, 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, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 308 | 1973 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 308 | Life |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2090 mm |
