1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1989 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1989 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 569 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Patrol 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1989 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 308 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2980 mm |
