1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 28 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 1415 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, 2002 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Publica | X5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2977 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2730 mm |
