1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 610 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
