1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 470 kg more than 1974 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 512 BB | Corolla |
Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |