1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corona weights approximately 30 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 250 GT | Corona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
