1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 26 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 210 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 465 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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, 1996 Toyota Carina, 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 365 GT | Carina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
