1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2003 Nissan Xterra is newer by 25 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 300 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 2003 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2003 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 308 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
