1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Verossa. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Verossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 180 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Verossa. (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Verossa. 2001 Toyota Verossa 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. 2001 Toyota Verossa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | Verossa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
