1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, both 1982 Ferrari 308 and 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 420 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 308 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 88 L |
