1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 467 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan 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 Mercury Milan 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 308 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
