1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition 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 Expedition (395 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308. 2004 Ford Expedition 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. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 308 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 308 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 395 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |