1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 29 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), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 132 L |
