1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1996 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1996 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 13 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Lexcen. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1996 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308. 1996 Toyota Lexcen 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. 1996 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1996 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
