1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. 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 F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | F355 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |