1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 208 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3560 mm |
