1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 581 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ferrari 308 (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 308 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 308 | 211 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2230 mm |