2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1235 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.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | RS6 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
