1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 30 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 877 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308. 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308. 2012 Dodge Durango 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. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
| Model | 308 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 93 L |
