1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 132 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 308 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
