1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Ferrari California
To start off, 2012 Ferrari California is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 735 kg more than 2012 Ferrari California.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ferrari California. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Ferrari California | |
Make | Toyota | Ferrari |
Model | Land Cruiser | California |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4164 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |