1978 BMW 730 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 BMW 730 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 730 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1977 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, 1978 BMW 730 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 730 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
