1988 BMW 730 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1988 BMW 730 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 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 730 weights approximately 845 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 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 730 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 730 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
