1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 32 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 260 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry, 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 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Camry |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
