1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 21 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 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 166 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 351 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 308 | 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 308 | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1960 mm |