1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1997 Toyota Venture is newer by 24 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 168 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Because 1973 Ferrari 308 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari 308 | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 308 | Venture |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |