2008 Infiniti M vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1975 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | M | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
