2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1971 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 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 612 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5746 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
