1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 31 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1497 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 308 | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 308 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2862 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |