2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 583 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1965 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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 599 GTB Fiorano | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 61 L |
