1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1978 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, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 1600 | Publica |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |