1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP) has 336 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ferrari F355 (373 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F355 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
