1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 2007 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 26 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 90 more horse power than 2007 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Maverick weights approximately 235 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 308.
Because 2007 Ford Maverick 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, 2007 Ford Maverick 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 2007 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |
