1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1989 Ferrari 348 and 1989 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP) has 232 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ferrari 348 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ferrari 348. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 348 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 348 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
