1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1134 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3370 mm |
