1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 425 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 208 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 208 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |
