1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 22 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 102 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ford Puma, 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Puma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
