1975 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (339 HP) has 280 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 794 kg more than 1966 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, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (452 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm). This means 1975 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 512 BB | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1077 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
