1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 348 is newer by 17 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 785 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.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 348 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |
