1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 510 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Because 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1977 Ferrari 308 (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 1992 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
