1973 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1973 Toyota Corona

To start off, both 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB and 1973 Toyota Corona were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 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.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Ferrari 365 GTB 1973 Toyota Corona
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 365 GTB Corona
Year Released 1973 1973
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4390 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 347 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2510 mm


 

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