1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 26 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1655 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 3020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3490 mm |
