1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 45 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 164 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 415 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 250 GTO | Corolla |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 50 L |