1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1983 Toyota Model F is newer by 10 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 179 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Model F weights approximately 35 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 308.
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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F. 1983 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 308 | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
