1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 13 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 305 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 308 | 1991 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 308 | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |