2002 Ferrari 550 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 550 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ferrari 550 (570 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 550 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 550 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
