1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 26 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 308 | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
