1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2002 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1976 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 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 2002 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
