1969 Toyota Publica vs. 1999 BMW 325
To start off, 1999 BMW 325 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 325 weights approximately 897 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 BMW 325 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Publica | 1999 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Publica | 325 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 790 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
