1993 BMW 518 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1993 BMW 518 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 518 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 518 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1975 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, 1993 BMW 518 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 518 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 518 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 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 |
