1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 31 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 87 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 336 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 308.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (224 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 308 | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1701 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
