1957 Ferrari 255 S vs. 1987 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1987 Toyota Supra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Supra weights approximately 707 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 255 S.
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:
| 1957 Ferrari 255 S | 1987 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 255 S | Supra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2715 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 50 L |
