1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 165 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1966 Ferrari 250 LM 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 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 250 LM | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 250 LM | Corolla |
Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |