1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 23 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 90 kg more than 1983 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 308 | 2006 Ford GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 308 | GT |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2855 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |