1966 Toyota Publica vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 45 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 1393 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Toyota Publica | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Publica | 730 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |