1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1996 Lexus LX
To start off, 1996 Lexus LX is newer by 18 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 1996 Lexus LX 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, 1996 Lexus LX 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, 1996 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308. 1996 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 1996 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 308 | LX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
