1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 26 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 308 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 308 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |