1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS is newer by 28 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (229 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 320 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308.
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, 2004 Lincoln LS (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308. 2004 Lincoln LS 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. 2004 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 308 | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | 308 | LS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
