2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ferrari 612 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 2003 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina, 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 612 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
