1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 28 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 666 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 308 | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
Model | 308 | Liberty |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2031 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |