1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 208. (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 208 | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 208 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 82 L |
