1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 665 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 143 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Because 1996 Ferrari F50 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 1996 Ferrari F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F50 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 376 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 50 L |
