1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 308 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 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 173 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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, 1980 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 308 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
Model | 308 | 109 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |