1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 28 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 308 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
