1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1978 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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Publica | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Publica | 335 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2979 cc |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2810 mm |