1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 22 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 810 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 308 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
