2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1980 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 28 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 531 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, 2008 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, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308. 2008 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. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 1980 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Town & Country | 308 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
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 | 1815 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 74 L |