1991 Acura Legend vs. 1973 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1991 Acura Legend is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Because 1973 Ferrari 308 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1973 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | Legend | 308 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
