2009 BMW 735 vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 BMW 735 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 239 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 735 weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 735 | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 735 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 29 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
