1953 Ferrari 500 F2 vs. 1969 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1969 Toyota Sport 800 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 500 F2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 500 F2 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 500 F2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 500 F2 (177 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 500 F2 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Sport 800 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 500 F2.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ferrari 500 F2 | 1969 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 500 F2 | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 580 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |
