2003 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
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 Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corona 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 440 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 625 kg more than 1979 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 Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Maranello | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Maranello | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
