1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 470 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 250 GT | Publica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
