1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 208 (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (155 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 208 | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 208 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
