1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 33 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 80 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 151 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 1978 Ferrari 308 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fusion. 2011 Ford Fusion 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. 2011 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2728 mm |
