1961 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 541 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Toyota Publica | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Toyota | Ferrari |
| Model | Publica | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2649 mm |
