1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 308 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 95 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 308.
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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 308 | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 308 | Crown |
Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |