1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corona is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 107 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (175 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 250 GT | Corona |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
