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 (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208.
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 (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 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 | 220 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |