1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 32 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Because 1979 Ferrari 308 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo. 2011 Ford Mondeo 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. 2011 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
