1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 25 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 675 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | F355 | Publica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |