1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
