1980 BMW M1 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1980 BMW M1 is newer by 4 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 661 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, 1980 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M1 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |
