1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 560 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | 308 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
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 | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2890 mm |