1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 675 kg more than 1975 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Testarossa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
