1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1123 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 308 | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 308 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
