2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1980 Ferrari 308

To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 525 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 308.

Because 1980 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 1980 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Chrysler Town & Country 1980 Ferrari 308
Make Chrysler Ferrari
Model Town & Country 308
Year Released 2007 1980
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3298 cc 2927 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 200 HP 240 HP
Torque 319 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 71 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1809 kg 1284 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 74 L


 

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