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 24 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 505 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
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 (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 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. 2007 Nissan Murano has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Murano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |