1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1980 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 433 kg more than 1980 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Ferrari Testarossa 1980 Toyota Corona
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model Testarossa Corona
Year Released 1988 1980
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 2366 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 385 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 1152 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2530 mm


 

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