1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 308 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 159 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Because 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 308 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
