1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 32 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 58 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Venza weights approximately 422 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza. 2012 Toyota Venza 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. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 67 L |
