1991 Italdesign M12 vs. 1977 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1991 Italdesign M12 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign M12 (300 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign M12 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Cressida.
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 Italdesign M12 (450 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (145 Nm). This means 1991 Italdesign M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Italdesign M12 | 1977 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Italdesign | Toyota |
| Model | M12 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
