1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1976 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 670 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla. 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 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 500 Superfast | Corolla |
Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |