1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 375 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast 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 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast 2000 Toyota Corolla
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 500 Superfast Corolla
Year Released 1965 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4963 cc 1867 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 396 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1165 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2480 mm