2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 31 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 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 553 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 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 2009 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2009 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:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F430 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4306 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 972 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
