1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 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 196 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
