2006 Acura MDX vs. 1976 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 210 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1976 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | MDX | 308 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
