2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2008 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2008 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ferrari 612 | 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
Model | 612 | Toronado |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 587 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2910 mm |