2003 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 495 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Maranello | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Maranello | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
