1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 28 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 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GS weights approximately 405 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Lexus GS (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308. 2006 Lexus GS 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. 2006 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2006 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 308 | GS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
