1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Toyota Corolla is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 335 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
