1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 30 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 682 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Ferrari 308 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Ferrari | Chrysler |
Model | 308 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |