2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona 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 387 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1978 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 1978 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2007 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2007 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ferrari F430 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | F430 | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |