1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 24 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1845 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308. 2000 Ford Excursion 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. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 308 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3490 mm |
