2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 550 | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |