2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 326 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Durango | 308 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
