1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 36 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 166 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord, 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, 1977 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ferrari 308 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 308 | Accord |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1531 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2775 mm |