1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 308 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 308 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 115 L |