1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 308 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona 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 157 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
