1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 500 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
