2001 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 390 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ferrari Maranello 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 2001 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari Maranello | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Maranello | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 50 L |
