2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2140 mm |
