1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 255 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 208 | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 208 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |