1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1972 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 63 kg more than 1972 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, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ferrari 328 GTS 1972 Toyota Corona
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 328 GTS Corona
Year Released 1987 1972
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3184 cc 2253 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 270 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 323 Nm 166 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1273 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2590 mm


 

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