1979 Ferrari 312 vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 312 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Celica weights approximately 343 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 312.
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. 1977 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 312 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 312 | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 312 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
