1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 308 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1972 Toyota Celica. 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, 1980 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
