1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 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 233 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa weights approximately 695 kg more than 1974 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 348 TS Targa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
