1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2003 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2003 Ford Freestar is newer by 25 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 660 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
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, 2003 Ford Freestar, 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, 2003 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308. 2003 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2003 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3070 mm |
