2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1959 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 360 | Corona |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |