1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 32 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 551 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308. 2011 Infiniti M 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. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 308 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
Model | 308 | M |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2901 mm |