1995 BMW S3 vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1964 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW S3 | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | S3 | Publica |
Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 54 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2140 mm |