1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 35 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 308 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 308 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3240 mm |