1985 BMW M6 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1985 BMW M6 is newer by 8 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 3,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M6 weights approximately 750 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, 1985 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M6 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M6 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3451 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
