1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 2001 Ford TE-50
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 24 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 301 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 2001 Ford TE-50 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | TE-50 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
