1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic

To start off, 1996 Toyota Picnic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 308 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 113 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 51 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 308.

Because 1980 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 1980 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic, 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, 1980 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Ferrari 308 1996 Toyota Picnic
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 308 Picnic
Year Released 1980 1996
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2927 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 240 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1284 kg 1335 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 70 L


 

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