1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 12 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 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 308 | Serena |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
