1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica 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 317 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 508 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 456M | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
