1988 BMW 524 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 11 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 524 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 524 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 600 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, 1988 BMW 524 (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 524 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 524 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
