1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 308. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1977 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1977 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3490 mm |
