1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ferrari F512 M 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 1994 Ferrari F512 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina, 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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F512 M | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F512 M | Carina |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
