1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 308 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 285 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 1975 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Torino |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
