1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
