1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 38 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1287 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308. 2013 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 308 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3130 mm |
