1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1987 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Model F 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 356 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 390 kg more than 1987 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Model F. 1998 Ferrari 456M has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Model F will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ferrari 456M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1987 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 456M | Model F |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2240 mm |
