1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 35 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 611 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.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 308 | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 308 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1976 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2900 mm |