1966 Ferrari 275 vs. 1977 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1977 Toyota Corona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 275 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Ferrari 275 (294 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 275 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 275 | 1977 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 275 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
