1971 BMW 3 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1961 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, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2140 mm |
