1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 33 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 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 752 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 308 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
