2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 672 kg more than 1969 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche Boxster | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Boxster | Publica |
Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2170 mm |