1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1997 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1997 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 19 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 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 394 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, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308. 1997 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 1997 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 308 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
