2005 Audi A8 vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 42 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 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1963 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, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
