1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 13 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 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 518 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, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 328 GTS | Publica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
