1976 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1976 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 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Publica | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Publica | 125 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
