1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 348 is newer by 15 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 710 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, 1989 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 348 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 348 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
