1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 620 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
