1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 619 kg more than 1983 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308. 2004 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 308 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 308 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |