1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 575 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 512 TR | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 512 TR | Celica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1586 cc |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |