1966 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 1153 kg more than 1966 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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Toyota Publica | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Publica | 335 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |