1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 835 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 456M | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
