1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 308 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 534 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 308 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2160 mm |
