1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1388 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 308 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2878 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 104 L |
