1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 308 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
