1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 36 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1430 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, 2010 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Publica | X5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2993 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2934 mm |
