1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1999 Ford Expedition
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308. 1999 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 1999 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 132 L |
