1996 BMW 530 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1996 BMW 530 is newer by 23 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 760 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, 1996 BMW 530 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 530 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
