1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 400 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 400 | Celica |
Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4822 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |