2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1977 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F430 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
