1963 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 47 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 1035 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 2010 BMW 325 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, 2010 BMW 325 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, 2010 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Toyota Publica | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Publica | 325 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
