1997 Alpina B 12 vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 12 is newer by 34 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica.
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, 1997 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 12 | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B 12 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 29 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2140 mm |
