1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 31 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1292 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 308. 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308. 2011 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
