2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F430 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
