1965 Toyota Publica vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 38 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 626 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 595 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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 697 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Toyota Publica | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Toyota | Koenigsegg |
Model | Publica | CC8S |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2659 mm |