1981 BMW 745 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 5 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 835 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 745 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
