1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1976 Toyota Mark II is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1976 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 308 | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
