1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 630 kg more than 1976 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Testarossa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
