1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 35 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (228 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 829 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
