1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestyle is newer by 23 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 585 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 308.
Because 2004 Ford Freestyle 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, 2004 Ford Freestyle 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, 2004 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 2004 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
