1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1967 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1967 Isuzu Florian. 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 1967 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | 308 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
