1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 34 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 802 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308. 2012 Ford F-450 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. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 308 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 308 | F-450 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 4379 mm |