1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 155 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 308.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica 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, 1974 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 308 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2330 mm |
