1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 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 200 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 1998 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 308 | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 308 | Today |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |