1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 400 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1974 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
