1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 29 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 98 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus, 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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1174 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 51 L |
