1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 308 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
