1966 Ferrari 275 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 275 weights approximately 420 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, 1966 Ferrari 275 (294 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 275 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 275 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 275 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
