1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1987 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ferrari |
| Model | Corolla | F430 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |
