1995 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (158 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 538 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ferrari 512 TR 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 1995 Ferrari 512 TR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 TR | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 512 TR | Carina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
