1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1974 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, 2001 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Publica | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2990 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
