1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 849 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 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 F-150 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 F-150 (398 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 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 F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| 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 | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 4000 mm |
