1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 8 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 107 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. 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, 1973 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari 308 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 308 | Celica |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |