1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 23 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (229 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 412 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308.
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, 2005 Lincoln LS (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308. 2005 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | 308 | LS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
