2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Ferrari F550 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari F550 weights approximately 508 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F550 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
