1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Toyota Solara is newer by 24 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 78 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Solara weights approximately 115 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, 2003 Toyota Solara, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
