1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 Toyota Previa

To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 23 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 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 250 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, 2005 Toyota Previa, 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 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Ferrari 308 2005 Toyota Previa
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 308 Previa
Year Released 1982 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2855 cc 2358 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2900 mm


 

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