1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 646 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 308 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |
