1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1992 Toyota Previa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Previa weights approximately 250 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Because 1976 Ferrari 308 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Previa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 308 | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 308 | Previa |
Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |