1988 BMW 520 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica

To start off, 1988 BMW 520 is newer by 12 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 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 520 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 815 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, 1988 BMW 520 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.

Compare all specifications:

1988 BMW 520 1976 Toyota Publica
Make BMW Toyota
Model 520 Publica
Year Released 1988 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1989 cc 1164 cc
Horse Power 129 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 755 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2270 mm


 

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