1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 12 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 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1075 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| 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 |
