1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 330GT would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 330GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 330GT weights approximately 675 kg more than 1978 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, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 330GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 330GT | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 330GT | Publica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
