1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 23 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 595 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F355 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
