1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 1991 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1991 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 65 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308.
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, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 1991 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
