1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
