1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 30 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 399 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge. 2009 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 308 | 2009 Ford Edge | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 308 | Edge |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |