1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (180 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 350 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 308. (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ferrari 308 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
Model | 308 | Defender |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 93 L |