1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 43 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 180 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 85 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 250 GT | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
