1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa (300 HP) has 223 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa weights approximately 685 kg more than 1970 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, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa (323 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 348 TS Targa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
