1963 Toyota Publica vs. 2003 BMW Z8
To start off, 2003 BMW Z8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW Z8 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1963 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, 2003 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Toyota Publica | 2003 BMW Z8 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Publica | Z8 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 4939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |