1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry 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 177 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 811 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 308 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
