1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1986 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1986 Toyota Model F is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1986 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Model F. 1986 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1986 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2240 mm |
