1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1971 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari 400 | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 400 | Publica |
Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 63 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |