1992 BMW 850 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1973 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, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 850 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
