1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 30 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 351 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.
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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 308 | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 308 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3490 mm |