1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II 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 329 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 495 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II. 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 456M | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
