1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa 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 367 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 875 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. 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 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 456M | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
