1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona 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 280 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona. 1974 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F355 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
