1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 250 GTO | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
