1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 308 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
Model | 308 | A 109 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 265 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |