1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 370 kg more than 1979 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 512 TR | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
