1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 Toyota Starlet is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 878 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ferrari 365 GT 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 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Starlet, 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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 365 GT | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
