1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 1994 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Toyota Celica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Celica. (169 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Celica weights approximately 17 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Because 1979 Ferrari 308 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Celica. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 1994 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 59 L |
