1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 27 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308. 2009 Ford E-250 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. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 132 L |
