1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 635 kg more than 1972 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 512 M | Corolla |
Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |