2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 612 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |
