2001 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1159 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | Vanquish | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
