1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 308 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 106 L |
