1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308. 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 308 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 308 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |