1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 29 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 495 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.

Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Ferrari 308 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 308 Land Cruiser
Year Released 1978 2007
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2927 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 7700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 283 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1365 kg 1860 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2800 mm


 

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