1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 22 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 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life 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, 2003 Honda Life 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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 308 | Life |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
