1971 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (364 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 365 GT | Publica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
