1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 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 3,651 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 308 | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hummer |
| Model | 308 | H3 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
