1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 31 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 555 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Because 2007 Tata Safari 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, 2007 Tata Safari 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 308 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tata |
| Model | 308 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
