2006 Lexus GS vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 33 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GS weights approximately 940 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, 2006 Lexus GS (312 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GS | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
