1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 308.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 308. 1999 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3050 mm |
