1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1995 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 21 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 121 more horse power than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 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, 1995 Toyota RAV4 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ferrari 308 | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 308 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |