1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1983 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. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
