1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi weights approximately 744 kg more than 1977 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, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 512 BBi | Publica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
