1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 27 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (216 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover LR3.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 308 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2890 mm |
