1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 113 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
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 Jeep Commander (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308. 2009 Jeep Commander 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. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | 308 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
