1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 Honda Element

To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 34 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 81 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 241 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308.

Because 1976 Ferrari 308 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element. 2010 Honda Element 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. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Ferrari 308 2010 Honda Element
Make Ferrari Honda
Model 308 Element
Year Released 1976 2010
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2927 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 7700 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1365 kg 1606 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4315 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1819 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1788 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2576 mm