1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1958 Ford Popular

To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 551 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Ferrari 308 1958 Ford Popular
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 308 Popular
Year Released 1982 1958
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2927 cc 1171 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 239 HP 26 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 63 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1286 kg 735 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 3880 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2300 mm


 

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