2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 139 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo, 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Berlingo | 308 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
