2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 Ferrari F550 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari F550 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1961 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F550 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2140 mm |
