2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1962 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z3 | Publica |
Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |